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By RICK SNIZEK, Executive Editor - PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island State Council of the Knights of Columbus has donated a new ultrasound machine to Rhode Island Right to Life to assist the organization in its mission to protect life. (PHOTO: RICK SNIZEK)

By KATHLEEN TROOST-CRAMER, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - Editor’s Note: This article is the second in a series on the Catholic viewpoints of reproductive technology. - PROVIDENCE — In-vitro fertilization (IVF) has recently made big news as a result of President Donald J. Trump’s Feb. 18 executive order directing greater access and affordability for the procedure. Reflecting the clear and consistent teaching of the Church that IVF is a grave moral evil, Bishops Robert E. Barron and Daniel E. Thomas recently issued a statement urging the administration to instead support greater access to restorative reproductive medicine.

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — It was a cold, cloudy day in the nation’s capital during this year’s March for Life. But despite the dreary conditions, tens of thousands of pro-life demonstrators packed the streets of Washington, D.C. to show their support for the fight against abortion. (Photo: Diocese of Providence, Day of Remembrance)

By Kathleen Troost-Cramer, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - This article is first in a four part series on the Catholic viewpoints of reproductive technology - PROVIDENCE —America needs more babies. This became the official position of the United States government on February 18, when President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order expanding access to in-vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures through “policy recommendations to protect IVF access and aggressively reduce out-of-pocket and health plan costs for such treatments,” according to a fact sheet published by the White House on the same day.

The 40 Days for Life Spring Campaign begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, with a Kickoff Vigil at the Rhode Island State House this afternoon from 3 to 4 p.m. The 40 Days for Life Spring Campaign runs from Ash Wednesday through Sunday, April 13, with vigil hours every day at the public right-of-way outside the Planned Parenthood Providence abortion facility, 175 Broad St. The local campaign is coordinated by Rhode Island Right to Life and the diocesan Office of Life and Family Ministry. Click to sign up or learn more!

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The House Judiciary Committee met on Tuesday, Feb. 11, to discuss HB 5219, a bill seeking to legalize assisted suicide in Rhode Island.

Bishop Mark J. Seitz (chairman, U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Migration), Sr. Mary Haddad, RSM (president and CEO, Catholic Health Association of the United States), and Kerry Alys Robinson (president and CEO, Catholic Charities USA) have issued a statement in response to action taken by the Trump Administration rescinding guidance related to "protected areas" in immigration enforcement.

Beginning at 5 p.m. EST today, January 23.... (Photo: St. Philip Church)

As individuals, we are called to observe this day through the penitential practices of prayer, fasting and/or giving alms. (Photo: Diocese of Providence file)

By Jennifer Barton, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — It’s easy to consider oneself pro-life when advocating for the unborn. There is a sentimental impact in seeing bright-eyed, chubby-cheeked babies on posters calling for an end to abortion. Praying outside of Planned Parenthood clinics presents a visual witness to desperate women afraid to choose life.

Be a light in a darkened world…Help put an end to abortion through prayer…Bring your entire family. Life Chain is a peaceful and prayerful way to show a public witness to life. Please consider hosting a Life Chain event at your parish or call Lisa Cooley at 401-278-4518 or email lcooley@dioceseofprovidence.org to find a location near you...

From Wed., Sept. 25 through Sun., Nov. 3 we'll hold 40 days of peaceful, prayerful vigils and Rosaries for life and for an end to abortion at the public right-of-way outside 175 Broad St., Providence. 40 Days held in collaboration with RI Right to Life. Learn more or sign up now! (Photo: RI Catholic)

Meet us Sat., Sept. 21 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 244 Smith St., Providence. Together we will walk to the RI State House and prayerfully walk around it three times for life. This event is the kick-off to our 40 Days for Life Fall 2024 campaign and is in collaboration with RI Right to Life.

As Catholics approach the polls, we are asked to weigh many important issues...

Register now to attend the Office of Life and Family Ministry's annual Human Life Guild Day, Sat., Oct. 5 in the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Providence. The day begins with Holy Mass with Bishop Emeritus Thomas J. Tobin, D.D., immediately followed by brunch and three locally known speakers. Click for more and/or to register. (Photo: RI Catholic)

In Bishop Henning's Aug. 22 'The State of Hope' column in Rhode Island Catholic, he shares: "Last week, Salve Regina University rented space for a high-end political fundraiser on the campus in Newport. I only learned of the decision on the night before the event while away on retreat. I expressed my concerns to the administration to no avail..."

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island General Assembly recently completed another legislative session, with many bills proposed or passed this year of particular moral significance for Catholics in the state of Rhode Island.

By Cole DeSantis, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Senate voted 29 to 7 on Thursday, May 2, in favor of Bill SB2262, also known as the Healthcare Provider Shield Act. Proposed before the Senate by Sen. Dawn Euer of District 13 (Newport, Jamestown), the bill sought to solidify Rhode Island’s status as a sanctuary state for those seeking medical treatment associated with abortion or transgender-related care.

The USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a focused effort of prayer for the end of abortion and the protection of women and preborn children, beginning on March 25, the eve of the oral arguments to be heard by the U.S. Supreme Court, and the anniversary of St. John Paul II’s landmark, pro-life encyclical, The Gospel of Life (Evangelium vitae). In particular, we will invoke the intercession of St. Joseph, Defender of Life... St. Joseph, Defender of Life, pray for us! Click for prayer... (Photo: George Martell)

By COLE DESANTIS, Rhode Island Catholic Correspondent - PROVIDENCE — On Thursday, February 15, the House Judiciary Committee met to discuss HB 7100, also known as the Lila Manfield Sapinsley Compassionate Care Act.